As one of the largest hospitality recruiting agencies, we have our finger on the pulse of industry trends. What we are seeing are more and more concepts opening new restaurant locations nationwide. This is great news and shows not only growth but industry stability. The nation’s 960,000 restaurants will continue […]
Read moreI was recently at the International Franchise Expo in Washington DC and there are many new concepts opening. This is yet another great sign indicating continuing growth for the hospitality industry. There were concepts from Korean Burgers to Sushi to Grilled Cheese! Does this video represent a future trend for […]
Read more“Praise the Baby Cheezuz,” cried out the American radio presenter Toby Knapp like a voice in the darkness, wandering through the wilderness. “We have at last found our savior, the messiah has come, with artificial flavors, carbohydrates and more! Now we will find peace and love for all mankind, and […]
Read moreThis report is no surprise to us as we have seen an increase in companies hiring restaurant managers and opening new restaurant locationsl Nearly three-in-ten employers (28 percent) reported they hired full-time, permanent employees in the first quarter of 2011, the highest since the first quarter of 2008, according to […]
Read moreAt Patrice & Associates, we are not only recruiters we are Career Coaches. We help candidates be prepared for the tough questions they are likely to encounter during an interview. Having a great background is what gets a you to the interview, answering questions and “selling” yourself is what gets you […]
Read moreBy Beth Braccio Hering, Special to CareerBuilder Friday, November 05, 2010 Sure, it is an interviewer’s job to gather information about someone who wants to be hired. But when questions veer into matters that have little to do with an applicant’s ability to perform the job at hand, things can […]
Read moreAs Restaurant Management Recruiters, we will often see hiring trends before it makes news. In the last 6 months we have been contacted by many new resstaurant and contract food companies wanting us to find managers for their locations. This is great news on many fronts. First it’s great because […]
Read moreBaltimore restaurant chains are looking for managers, and John Hess has opened an office to help get you that job. Hess and his partner, Michael Feinberg, help match up restaurant managers and assistant managers with job openings in the area, and also help chains find the talent to fill managerial […]
Read moreI am proud to announce that our largest class ever has just graduated. We had 16 high energy, smart people in our class which included 6 franchisees (Regional Recruiting Managers) and 10 recruiters that will be working with senior Regional Recruiting Managers. We covered the country with people from Florida […]
Read moreMatt R. says that Matt Lopez was an absolute pleasure to work with!It was an absolute pleasure to work with Matt. I’ve never had a recruiter be more attentive or provide more resources throughout the interview process. Matt always followed up and offered super helpful advice. I can’t thank him enough for the work he put in to help me in my new role. I’ll be keeping his contact with me for sure and would recommend him strongly to any others looking for a new position!
Sincere thanks to him and your company!
Best,
Matt R.
Daniel B. says that Matt Lopez gave him a big boost of confidence!I’m really grateful to Matt Lopez for helping me land my job at Il Fornaio. At a time when I wasn’t sure about the job I was in, he told me about this opportunity and encouraged me to go for it. He guided me through the process, from giving me insight about the role, helping me prepare for interviews with solid questions, to even talking with my references and getting great feedback from them. That gave me a big boost of confidence. Matt’s support and belief in me made a huge difference, and thanks to him I’m now in a role I’m truly excited about. He went above and beyond, and I couldn’t have done it without his help.
Daniel B.
Jesus Q. is very grateful to Aida Lopez for connecting her with his new employer!I’m very grateful to Aída for connecting me with this corporation where I will continue to move forward in my career, and I’m proud of what she and I have built.
Celeste P. says that it was a pleasure working with Matt Lopez!It was a pleasure working with Matt Lopez from Patrice and Associates during my job search. From the beginning, Matt demonstrated exceptional professionalism and attention to detail. He took the time to understand my unique skill set and career goals, ensuring that every opportunity he presented was a strong match. Throughout the process, Matt kept me informed and was always available to answer questions or provide guidance. His communication was clear and timely, making the entire experience smooth and positive. I highly recommend Matt for anyone seeking a recruiter who is knowledgeable, dedicated, and focused on finding the best fit for both candidates and employers.
Celeste P.
Remzi Yilmaz“Patricia’s approach to searching for candidates allows her to find top notch prospects each and every time. She has the ability to know exactly what qualifications we are looking for when a vacancy becomes available. I appreciate Patricia’s enthusiasm, tailored approach, consistent communication and follow up when recruiting for our company. She is truly a wonderful partner!”
